IHI 15VX Operation Manual page 14

WATCH FOR OVERHEAD WIRES.
Care must be taken that the boom does not
contact, or even close to, overhead wires.
Know the maximum height and around of the
machine. When working near overhead
electrical lines, keep a distance of at least 10
feet (3 m) plus an additional 4 inches (100
mm) for each 1 , 000 volts over 50.000 volts.
Check for local and state codes, which may
require a greater distance for safety. Treat all
lines as energized.
NEVER LEAVE LOAD SUSPENDED IN
THE AIR.
NEVER leave the load suspended in mid air,
when the machine is out of service, or you
have to leave the machine. ALWAYS put
down the bucket or load onto the ground.
Should a malfunction occur, it could fall,
striking equipment or personnel.
SAFETY
Should contact occur, stay on the machine
until the boom is cleared or until the current
is turned off. Keep all personnel off the
machine. lf you must leave the machine,
JUMP, DO NOT STEP OFF.
Electrical shock / erectrocution
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DANGER